Almond Or Coconut Milk Recipe
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Ingredients
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Almond Milk Ingredients
Coconut Milk Ingredients
Method
Almond Milk Directions
Soak the Almonds
Place the raw almonds in a bowl and cover with 2 cups of water. Let them soak for at least 8 hours or overnight to soften.
Drain and Rinse
After soaking, drain the almonds and rinse them under cold water.
Blend the Mixture
In a blender, combine the soaked almonds, 4 cups of fresh water, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Blend on high speed until the mixture is smooth and creamy, about 1-2 minutes.
Strain the Milk
Place a nut milk bag or a clean cheesecloth over a bowl. Pour the blended mixture into the bag and squeeze to extract the almond milk. Discard the almond pulp or save it for another use.
Store the Milk
Transfer the almond milk to a clean glass jar or bottle and store it in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Shake before use.
Coconut Milk Directions
Blend the Coconut
In a blender, combine the shredded coconut and 4 cups of water. Blend on high speed until the mixture is smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
Strain the Mixture
Place a nut milk bag or a clean cheesecloth over a bowl. Pour the blended mixture into the bag and squeeze to extract the coconut milk. Discard the coconut pulp or save it for another use.
Add Flavoring
Mix in the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt into the extracted coconut milk for flavor.
Store the Milk
Transfer the coconut milk to a clean glass jar or bottle and store it in the refrigerator for up to 4-5 days. Shake before use.